Schaeffler Mechatronic Intelligent Rear-Axle Steering System iRWS

Schaeffler iRWS

High active force up to 15 kN
Low and high strokes available (up to 35 mm)
Low system weight < 9 kg
Low motor torque required because of high efficiency during active operation due to use of planetary roller gear (PRG)
Self-locking in safe state (disabled system)
Modular platform design
Improved design in terms of acoustics
High accuracy regarding positioning

Mechatronic rear axle steering system iRWS

Steering in opposite direction compared to front steering decreases the turning cycle and increases the maneuverability
Steering in opposite direction at low speed increases the agility and improves vehicle dynamics
Steering in same direction at higher speed increases the vehicle stability and improves vehicle safety
Enabler for “driving 2.0”: e.g. if the front wheel steering fails, the rear wheel steering serves as a fallback system to ensure the vehicle trajectory

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